Baked Frijoles Charros

Baked Frijoles Charros is a hearty and flavorful Mexican dish featuring baked beans infused with spices and topped with fresh ingredients. This comforting dish is perfect for a cozy meal, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

• Black beans - 200 grams, soaked overnight
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 small, diced
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Avocado - 1 small, sliced for topping
• Cotija cheese - 30 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic, diced tomato, and green bell pepper to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
4. Stir in the soaked black beans, vegetable broth, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes.
5. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
6. After 30 minutes, remove the foil, and bake for an additional 10 minutes to slightly crisp the top.
7. Remove from the oven and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
8. Serve hot, topped with avocado slices and crumbled Cotija cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.

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